Sympathy Notice: Leanne Rolfe

Posted: October 6 2021 at 02:02 PM

Mrs. Leanne Rolfe, spouse of retired clergy of the Northern Illinois Conference Rev. Curtis Rolfe, passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021, at age 85.

During his ministry, Rev. Rolfe served at Warren, Palatine, Rockford: St John, Channahon, and Lombard: Faith.

A Memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at First United Methodist Church of Downers Grove, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove, IL 60515

Messages of condolences may be sent to her husband and family:

Rev. Curtis M. Rolfe and Family
1S173 Mayfield Lane
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

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